S . Santhana Lakshmi & Ors. vs. D. Rajammal 2025 INSC 1197 -

30/10/2025 6 min

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What happens when a suit seeks only an injunction without asking for a declaration of title—especially amidst disputed ownership and admitted lack of possession? The Court holds that when possession and title are both contested, a plaintiff cannot merely seek injunction but must ask for a declaration of title and recovery of possession.Key Takeaways:✅ Proving a Will does not suffice if title and possession are disputed.✅ Plaintiffs out of possession must seek declaration and recovery, not just injunction.✅ Injunction against alienation was maintained; liberty granted to file fresh suit for title.Relevant Statutes :✅ Specific Relief Act, 1963✅ Indian Succession Act, 1925✅ Code of Civil Procedure, 1908#PropertyDispute #SupremeCourt #Injunction

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